Sticky Chai is my all-time favourite twist on classic chai (tea) – a comforting fusion of spices with just the right touch of sweetness.
I love sipping it not just on cozy days but anytime, like while reading, writing or relaxing. Whether enjoyed by itself or with pastries, it's my top...
Ingredients
- 1Star Anise
- 1/2tspBlack Peppercorns
- 2Cloves
- 1pieceCinnamon Stick (small)
- 3Green Cardamoms
- 1/2tspAniseed
- 1pinchNutmeg Powder
- 1/2tbspGinger (finely chopped)
- 1tbspBlack Tea Leaves
- 1 1/2tbspHoney
- 1tspLemon Juice
- 2cupWater
How to make Sticky Chai
To prepare the tea blend
Coarsely grind star anise, black peppercorns, cloves, cinnamon sticks, cardamoms, and aniseeds using a mortar & pestle or a blender. Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl.
Add finely chopped ginger, nutmeg powder, and tea leaves to the coarsely ground spices. Thoroughly combine all the ingredients. l
In a small pan, gently heat honey, and lemon juice over low-medium heat for about a minute. Once warmed, pour this mixture over the combined tea blend in the mixing bowl. Stir well and then store the concoction in an air-tight container.
To prepare the tea-1st Method
In a saucepan, mix water with two teaspoons of the tea blend.
Let the mixture bubble up, then reduce the heat to a simmer for 3-5 minutes.
Strain the mixture to remove the tea leaves and spices, using a fine mesh sieve.
Serve your dairy-free Sticky Chai hot and enjoy the flavorful blend.
2nd Method
Place two teaspoons of the tea blend in a teapot, pour hot boiling water over it, cover and let it steep for 3-5 minutes.
After steeping, strain the mixture to remove the tea leaves and spices, using a fine mesh sieve.
Serve your dairy-free Sticky Chai hot and enjoy the flavorful blend.
Tips & Tricks
Sticky chai blend can be refrigerated and stored in a bottle and used when required.
Adjust the spice levels and sweetener according to your taste preferences.
Honey can be substituted with maple syrup.
Reviews
camilam
The perfect drink for cold days! Brings a very warm and cozy feeling.
kushagrabansal
Good recipe for chai
Leena Kohli
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